The plant is owned and operated by Kaiko Yukinoya G.K. and utilises the Indoor Shrimp Production System technology (ISPS) © ShrimpTech JIRCAS
The agreement builds on more than two decades of joint research and development between the firms, including co-invention of Japan’s Indoor Shrimp Production System (ISPS). ShrimpTech JIRCAS was established in February 2022 as the first institute‑related venture of the Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS), designed to bring to market the shrimp aquaculture technologies, including the ISPS system.
Under the new partnership, ShrimpTech JIRCAS will focus on research and technology commercialisation, while IMT Engineering will provide technical support such as site surveys and facility design. The companies also plan to explore joint business activities and staff exchange to accelerate innovation in sustainable shrimp farming, both in Japan and internationally.
"We are honored to work alongside IMT Engineering as we take new steps towards making land-based shrimp culture more sustainable. We believe this collaboration will allow both companies to leverage our strengths and deliver positive impact to the industry," said Marcy Wilder, chief executive officer of ShrimpTech JIRCAS, in a press release.
ShrimpTech JIRCAS was recently named Deep Tech Venture of the Year 2025 by Leave a Nest, recognising its innovative work in land-based shrimp aquaculture, including novel and non-ablative female maturation techniques that offer alternatives to traditional eyestalk ablation.
Key aspects of the collaboration include IMT Engineering providing technical support through site surveys and facility design, while ShrimpTech JIRCAS will lead research efforts and drive technology commercialisation. The two companies also intend to explore joint business opportunities based on client demand and promote the exchange and development of research personnel to support long-term innovation in land-based aquaculture.
